Recipe Alert: Jill Biden’s Parmesan Chicken Is Perfect For Family Gatherings

Jill Biden shared the recipe for a magazine interview a few years ago but that doesn't make it any less exceptional!

To prepare, you'll need the following ingredients:

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for frying

1 onion, finely chopped6 cloves garlic

6 14 ounce cans of cherry tomatoes

1 bunch  fresh basil, roughly choppedsalt and pepper

3 eggs

1/4 cup milk

3 cups seasoned Italian breadcrumbs

1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan

4 cups grated Mozzarella

5 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, pounded

1/4-inch thick

Note: These ingredients make for 12 servings

Procedure:

1. Preheat the oven and prepare your ingredients:

First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Then, heat 2 tbsp. oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and let it cook for 5 minutes. Again, add 2 cans of tomatoes. Strain the remaining 4 cans; add the tomatoes to the pot. Using a wooden spoon, break up some of the tomatoes; simmer for 20 minutes. Turn off the heat, discard the garlic and add the basil; season.

2. Coat the chicken in the egg mixture

Whisk the eggs and milk in a shallow bowl and set aside. In another large bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup each Parmesan and Mozzarella. Coat the chicken in the egg mixture, and give it a second coating in the breadcrumbs.

3.  Cook the chicken

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Cook the chicken in batches for about 5 minutes or until they're golden on both sides. Drain on paper towels.

4. Bake the chicken

Finally, transfer the chicken to a sizable baking dish. First pour the sauce into the dish, then the chicken and remaining 312 cups mozzarella, then a final layer of sauce. Top with the remaining 1 cup of parmesan and bake until the cheese is melted, 20 minutes.

Note: the final step of layering is very important as it aids optimum absorption of the flavors into the chicken.

For a hearty meal, serve this dish with pasta, salads, or even your favorite artisan bread!

Enjoy!